Concentric Sky's Fundraiser for The Young Center

The number of unaccompanied immigrant children in detention has risen to unprecedented heights. Nearly 15,000 unaccompanied minors were in detention as of December 2018, roughly double the number of children who were in custody just one year prior. Many unaccompanied children face lengthy detention without support or representation. 

Motivated by a need to take meaningful action to address this situation, Concentric Sky is launching a fundraiser to support the work of The Young Center. 

The Young Center serves as the federally-appointed best interests guardian ad litem (Child Advocate) for vulnerable unaccompanied children in government custody as authorized by the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA). It is a national program and serves hundreds of children in eight locations across the United States every year. Young Center independent Child Advocates accompany children in federal custody and advocate for their safe placement, release to family, appropriate treatment and services in custody, and a permanent outcome that is in their best interests.  

Concentric Sky will match up to $10,000 in donations to the Young Center - and we call upon our friends and colleagues to do the same. If you're a business leader, please consider donating or matching donated funds. We'd be happy to add your organization to the list below. If you're an individual looking for a way to make a difference, please consider making a contribution.

"We cannot in good conscience turn a blind eye to the suffering on our country’s southern border. No matter your position on the correctness of any party’s actions, the suffering taking place right now is undeniable, inhumane, and unconscionable. This issue transcends politics and business interests. It’s a test of our humanity."  -- Wayne Skipper, Founder/CEO, Concentric Sky 

Pass the test. Step up and help The Young Center make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable children.

This fundraiser's Matching Commitment is currently: $11,000

The following organizations have joined us in our pledge to match donations to The Young Center:

BrightHive  - $1000